Employment Opportunities

We are hiring for a Library Director.

Library Director

The Slinger Community Library is seeking a qualified individual who is passionate about providing and managing library services in a vibrant and growing community. The Library is in the process of initiating a capital campaign to fund an expansion into a renovated building that will increase the operations significantly.

Slinger, Wisconsin is located in Washington County surrounded by the Kettle Moraine. It is a welcoming community with excellent amenities including a great school system, beautiful parks, entertainment and a service-oriented public library. The community has a population of 6,575 with a service population of 12,924+.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Grade 1 certification or be eligible for such certification. The requirements are defined in the Certification Manual for Wisconsin Public Library Directors: www.dpi.wi.gov/pld/certification

Successful applicants will have an MLS and at least three years of management experience. For a full job description go to the Employment Opportunities page on the Village of Slinger website: www.vi.slinger.wi.gov

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with managing capital projects, including fundraising campaigns, is preferred.

The starting salary range for this full-time, 40/hour/week position is $65,000-$73,000 per annum, commensurate with experience. The position may require some nights and weekends. A generous benefit package includes: health and dental insurance; sick leave; paid vacation; 10 paid holidays and one personal day annually; plus enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System.

Send or email your resume, cover letter, and three professional references with contact information to:

Marlyss Thiel

Chairperson, Library Board

601 Kettle Moraine Drive South

Slinger, WI 53086

OR [email protected]

The deadline to apply is extended to Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Final applications will be subject to background checks.

For more information about Slinger Community Library, please visit our website at www.slingerlibrary.org. For more information about the Village of Slinger, please visit their website at www.vi.slinger.wi.gov

The Village of Slinger and the Slinger Community Library are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Please see Library Director Job Description for more information.